Featuring garden views, Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat in Whitianga features accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace, water sports facilities and barbecue facilities. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Providing a patio, every unit is air conditioned and provides a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV. There is also a kitchen in some of the units equipped with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat offers a hot tub. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Driving Creek Railway and Potteries is 24 km from the accommodation, while Cathedral Cove is 35 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Whitianga

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Julie
    Singapore Singapore
    Everything! We have such a memorable stay at the lodge, and Ernst and Debbie are exceptional hosts :)
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything - a true retreat in top quality accommodation in fantastic setting with excellent hosts
  • Rose
    South Africa South Africa
    Stunning location in the beautiful Rainforest. Thanks Debbie & Ernst for sharing this beautiful piece of Paradise with us and being such fabulous hosts. Delicious breakfasts and lovely facilities. Will definitely be back. 🌹
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely unique , situated in tree fern and native NZ forest . Beautiful accommodation with breakfast facilities in own space and shared kitchen for self catering . Fire pit , hot tub spa , tree top bath and thrilling forest walks . Fantastic...
  • Deidre
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Debbie and Ernst are the perfect hosts! We were taken on a tour around the place on arrival, provided the most delicious homemade breakfast, Ernst put the fire on for us and provided s'mores ingredients. They also provided things like torches for...
  • Elena
    Germany Germany
    We had a great stay! You can feel the love that went into every detail of the property.
  • Chantal
    Australia Australia
    Wairua Lodge is a magical, relaxing hidden treasure! You can relax or explore… the choices on the property are endless
  • Amy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The venue was just stunning!!! Well thought out, picturesque moments everywhere you went! From a fire pit to cook on at night or enjoy marshmallows around to hammocks hidden in the trees. This is just the most Devine location I've ever stayed...
  • Myburgh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Overall great experience with an opportunity to relax and unwind amongst New Zealand's flora and fauna. We appreciated the extra niceties in the form of local products and home produce. Thank you
  • Fiona
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Decor is lovely. Very thoughtful inclusions in family suite. Kids loved the camp fire and marshmallows. Nothing to fault with entire stay - wonderful and will be back one day hopefully

Property surroundings

Facilities of Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Wellness

  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English

House rules
Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat

  • Room options at Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
  • Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat is 5.6 miles from the centre of Whitianga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat on this page.

  • The prices at Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Wairua Lodge - Rainforest River Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Open-air bath